Headline:
Beach Hazards Statement issued September 24 at 8:35PM EDT until September 25 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Newport/Morehead City NC
Event:
Beach Hazards Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
September 24, 2026 - 5:35pm
Expires:
September 25, 2026 - 5:45am
Description:
* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to 1 to 2 feet of
inundation above ground level in low-lying areas near shorelines
and tidal waterways. For the Beach Hazards Statement, dangerous
rip currents and large breaking waves expected in the surf zone.
* WHERE...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, areas adjacent to the
Southern Pamlico Sound and adjacent tidal creeks. This would
include areas extending from Cedar Island to Merrimon
including South River. Areas adjacent to Core Sound could
possibly see some elevated water levels as well impacting
areas from Marshallberg to Atlantic. For the Beach Hazards
Statement, beaches north of Cape Lookout.
* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 11 AM EDT Friday.
For the Beach Hazards Statement, from 8 AM EDT Friday through
Friday evening.
* IMPACTS...Up to 1 to 2 feet of inundation above ground level is
possible in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways
resulting in a low threat of property damage. Some roads and low
lying property including parking lots, parks, lawns, and homes
adjacent to the waterfront will experience shallow flooding. Rip
currents can sweep even the best swimmers away from shore into
deeper water. Dangerous shore break can throw a swimmer or
surfer head first into the bottom causing neck and back
injuries.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Ocean-side high tide Friday is 7:05 AM and
7:20 PM. The most likely time for strong rip currents to occur
is a couple hours either side of low tide, which will occur
around 1:15 PM Friday.
Instruction:
If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.
Life-threatening rip currents. If caught in a rip current, remain
calm. Swim in a direction following the shoreline. If tired,
float or tread water until out of the rip current. If unable to
escape, face the shore and call or wave for help.
Shore break occurs when waves break directly on the beach. It is
extremely important to protect your head and neck whenever you
are in breaking waves by keeping your hands in front of you at
all times.
Area Description:
East Carteret
Forcast Office:
NWS Newport/Morehead City NC
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov